Brown, Margaret
Wise. Christmas in the Barn, illustrated by Anna Dewdney. Harper, 2016.
$17.99. PICTURE BOOK.
Author Margaret Wise Brown’s (Good Night Moon) use of words and well-placed rhymes are perfect
for telling the story of the birth of Jesus Christ. She set’s the scene in the barn, the animals
and their sounds, Mary and Joseph, the star, the shepherds, and the three wise
men. The text was originally published
in 1952, but is given new life by beautiful new illustrations. Illustrator Anne Dewdney uses oil paint,
pastel, pencil, and marker, to create one-of-a-kind illustrations. The full-color illustrations are warm and
bright, despite being at night. The
animals are rendered with expressive faces.
The humans wear smiles and looks of contentment. This book would be a beautiful addition to
any Christmas collection.
Pre-K, EL-ADVISABLE.
Samantha Hastings, MA, MLS.
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